We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to lead shared services accounting operations for a manufacturing organization in Lincoln, Nebraska. This role oversees a team handling core transactional activities while supporting close processes, compliance, and operational performance. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, leadership experience, and a focus on improving accuracy, efficiency, and service quality across multiple entities.
Responsibilities:
โข Lead the daily work of a five-person shared services accounting team responsible for accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash application activities.
โข Support monthly and annual close procedures by reviewing entries, coordinating reconciliations, and helping ensure timely completion of accounting deliverables.
โข Guide, develop, and evaluate team members through regular coaching, clear direction, and ongoing performance support.
โข Drive process enhancements that strengthen automation, standardization, and centralized transaction handling across accounting operations.
โข Monitor the accuracy of sales and use tax treatment on vendor and customer invoices and resolve issues related to tax application.
โข Identify opportunities to improve accounting policies, workflows, and systems in order to increase efficiency while maintaining strong internal accuracy standards.
โข Create and track operational metrics that measure productivity, quality, and turnaround times, using results to support continuous improvement efforts.
โข Assist with external audit preparation by organizing documentation, responding to requests, and coordinating with internal stakeholders.
โข Perform additional accounting and supervisory duties as needed to support department goals and business needs.โข Experience managing accounting operations with responsibility for accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash application functions.
โข Strong knowledge of month-end close activities, general ledger accounting, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
โข Background supporting financial statement audits and preparing documentation for external review.
โข Understanding of sales and use tax requirements and their application within routine accounting transactions.
โข Leadership experience with a demonstrated ability to supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff.
โข Familiarity with manufacturing environments, including job cost concepts and accounting across multiple entities.
โข Ability to analyze processes, implement improvements, and use performance metrics to drive operational effectiveness.